Altima V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
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Use a torque wrench and turn clockwise until the bushing is fully seated. Torque to 135.6 Nm (13.8 kg-m, 100 ft-lbs).
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Do NOT use an impact wrench.
f.
Repeat these steps for the other front bushing.
Rear Bushings - Seal ONLY
1.
Clean and "prep" around the top edge of the rear bushings as follows:
Clean
a.
Use a wire brush to remove all dirt, debris, etc. Then blow off with clean shop air.
b.
Spray Genuine Nissan Brake Cleaner P/N 999MP-AH001P (or equivalent) onto the bushing and wipe with a clean, dry, lint-free rag.
"Prep"
c.
Spray TB2706 Genuine Nissan Parts Degreaser (P/N KA204-99900) around the top edge of the bushing.
d.
Blow off with clean, dry shop air.
2.
Apply a 7 mm (9/32) bead of 1217H Genuine Nissan Liquid Gasket (P/N 11121-C9910) around the Bushing as shown in Figure C13a.
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Overlap the beginning and ending point of the liquid gasket by 9.5 mm (3/8 of an inch). Make sure there are no gaps in the bead of liquid
gasket.
3.
Use your finger or a suitable spreader to press/smooth the liquid gasket down into the crevice (small gap) between the bushing and suspension